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Extremely rare live lobster shipped to Rockford Red Lobster
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – The staff at Red Lobster in Rockford was met with a colorful surprise earlier this month. On July 10, Manager Tarah Stewart was unpacking a regular shipment of live lobsters and preparing them for the tank that sits in the front of the restaurant. Before long, she noticed that one of […]
Destiny’s Child’s Michelle Williams Performs Impromptu Mini Concert in Her Illinois Hometown
Rockford's Founders Commission's second annual DIAMONDS event shined a light on mental health with Rockford native Michelle Wiliams who surprised the crowd with a live performance. Famous people weren't all born in New York or L.A., they grew up in the same mid-size towns that you and I did. Sometimes...
Adorable Foster Pup in Rockford Seeks To Find His Forever Home
An adorable doggo in Rockford is looking for a fur-ever home after an isolated upbringing. Having recently lost my childhood dog, I can tell you they're truly too good for this world. It puts an unreal level of sadness in my heart to hear stories about dogs (or any animal) being seriously neglected or mistreated.
Nine Amazing Neighborhood Bars To Grab A Drink In Illinois
When it's time to grab a drink, the residents of Illinois love stopping at their favorite bar, and here are some of the best neighborhood taverns in Rockford. It's a practice that many people in Illinois enjoy doing. That's stopping off after work to grab a beer. Sometimes, you've had a tough day at work. You want to cleanse your system before heading home to see the family. For many residents, the solution is going to a place where everyone knows their name. Of course, I'm talking about your favorite neighborhood tavern. Just one drink and a little conversation can make it all better.
‘Twister’ inspired Joey Marino to life of meteorology, storm chasing
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – Meteorologist Joey Marino was quick to see director Lee Isaac Chung’s “Twisters.” He and the rest of the First Warn Weather Team caught a 10:15 a.m. showing Friday at AMC Showplace 16 in Rockford. Marino said while he praises the 2024 release, it was the 1996 blockbuster “Twister” that helped solidify […]
Which Wich sub shop opens Loves Park location
LOVES PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - A sandwich shop makes its way to Loves Park, and it seems to have enchanted area residents. Which Wich, a chain of sub sandwich shops, has opened a storefront connected to a Kelley Williamson-owned Mobil gas station, 5542 E. Riverside Boulevard. “We opened for a...
10 IL Restaurants Where Ordering Fish Off Menu Is Recommended
Seafood is very popular in Illinois so if you're looking for some tasty restaurants to check out, here are ten that come highly suggested. When it comes to going out for seafood, Illinois is a very interesting place for restaurant menu choices. Of course, there are plenty of places that serve midwest-type lake and river fish but you can also get anything from the ocean here too. It all depends on what kind of taste for fish you're looking for. It goes from Friday night fish fries and all the way up to sushi. Plus, everything in between.
Machesney Park boy serves up lemonade to help others
MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - A 7-year-old boy hopes to raise money for a good cause by opening a lemonade stand in Machesney Park. Robby Johnson is serving lemonade and snacks until 5 p.m. Thursday, July 18, at the storage units next to 1010 Minns Drive in Machesney Park. The money raised will go toward two families impacted by cancer.
Illinois’ Tastiest Margaritas Can Be Found at These Food Joints
It's not like we needed a reason to enjoy an adult beverage so we've found the best spots around the Rockford region to celebrate. Do You Go with Salt or Sugar on the Rim of Your Glass?. When you choose to have a Margarita, do you prefer on-the-rocks or frozen?...
Firefighters turn up the heat at Rockton-Roscoe Rotary Rib Fest
SOUTH BELOIT, Ill. (WIFR) - Three area fire departments serve the South Beloit community during a special cookout competition. Firefighters from Shirland, Rockton and Roscoe gathered at Viking Lanes to compete in the 2024 Rockton-Roscoe Rotary Rib Fest. During the event, hungry visitors sampled ribs from each department and cast their votes to determine the winner of the People’s Choice Award.
Michelle Williams inspires, entertains in return to Rockford for Diamonds gala
ROCKFORD — Michelle Williams’ return to Rockford on Wednesday for the Diamonds storytelling gala coincided with an emotional anniversary. It marked six years to the day that news went public via a TMZ article that revealed she had checked herself into a mental health facility for help with depression.
New mural brings splash of color to Oregon’s Village Bakery
OREGON, Ill. (WTVO) — A new 50-foot-long mural is going up on the side of the Village Bakery, at 101 North 3rd Street. The mural, designed by artist Nora Reuter, shows a sunset with local wildflowers and scenery. Members of the Village of Progress, which serves adults with developmental disabilities, helped paint the mural on […]
'This is kind of like grabbing them out of their shells' - Rockford's Cultural Plan is sprouting a garden of diversity.
Rockford recently celebrated the reveal of its plan to strengthen the community’s art and culture sectors. A diverse group of creatives, community leaders and other residents mingled on the balcony at the Rockford Public Library’s main branch last Thursday evening preparing to hear the reveal of the Rockford Region Cultural Plan.
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